Happening this Week
FRENEMIES: THE ART WORLD’S GREATEST RIVALRIES
February 19th, Thursday, 6PM - 7PM
Behind every masterpiece is a story, and sometimes, a rival. This virtual presentation from Culturally Curious founder, Jane O’Neill, delves into the fascinating world of artistic competition, spotlighting the legendary rivalries that fueled innovation, ambition, and some of the most iconic works in art history. From the tense showdown between Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo to the explosive modernist rivalry of Matisse and Picasso, this program explores how personal ambition, public acclaim, and the pursuit of greatness pushed these artists to new heights. Free.
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BBG WINTER LECTURE 2026: GARDENS OF SURPRISE AND DELIGHT
February 21st, Saturday, 2PM - 4PM
Celebrated horticulturist Karl Gercens III will headline Berkshire Botanical Garden’s 29th Annual Winter Lecture, exploring how bold color, unexpected plant pairings, and fearless experimentation can spark moments of surprise and delight. Drawing on his work at Longwood Gardens, Gercens will teach how to bring the “wow" to your own garden, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. Don’t miss this dynamic and visually inspiring talk, perfect for garden enthusiasts of all levels! $40 - $55.
Lenox Memorial Middle & High School. 197 East Street. Lenox MA. 413.298.3926.
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ARTIST DISCUSSION & OPENING RECEPTION: TECHNOLOGIES OF RELATION
February 21st, Saturday, 4PM & 5:30PM
Celebrate the opening of MASS MoCA’s new exhibition—Technologies of Relation—in which artists examine how we relate to each other, to machines, and to our future. These creators see the complexity of our relationships to the digital, avoiding the binary views that frame technology as good or bad, as tool or monster, and choose to instead embrace how technology can both connect us and further marginalize and oppress us at the same time. In this conversation, moderated by MASS MoCA Director of Curatorial Affairs, Susan Cross, the artists will discuss the current state of technology, considering how we can rethink our relationships to our devices, to computing, and to artificial intelligence, while bringing increased ethics and agency into the digital landscape. Discussion: $10 Nonmembers, Free for members; Reception: $20 Nonmembers, Free for members.
MASS MoCA. 1040 MASS MoCA Way. North Adams MA. 413.662.2111.
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MOMIX: BOTANICA SEASON 2
February 21st, Saturday, 7:30PM
February 22nd, Sunday, 2PM
Far more than a revival, this second chapter re-germinates MOMIX’s 2008 hit Botanica with new surprises, updated visual projections, and interactive lighting that transform the stage into a living terrarium. Dancers become humming wasps, glowing marigolds, and treetop columns, making visible the same energy that drives the natural world. Botanica Season 2 fuses athletic dance, visual illusion, and natural storytelling to leave audiences “with a little less gravity in their step”—as Artistic Director Moses Pendleton puts it—proof that photosynthesis can happen in the immersive world of a dark theater. $66 - $84.
Warner Theatre. 68 Main Street. Torrington CT. 860.439.7180.
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LAKE WARAMAUG POLAR BEAR RUN/WALK
February 22nd, Sunday, 11AM
This annual winter tradition—an epic 7.8 mile loop of picturesque Lake Waramaug—attracts hundreds of local runners to raise awareness and money for Guiding Eyes for the Blind—an organization that trains guide dogs to partner with blind or visually impaired people. CT. For the charitable and resilient souls who will brave the cold, the route is primarily flat with a few gentle rolling hills, leading up the challenging Hopkins Hill to the finish line at Hopkins Vineyard. Enjoy the Post Polar Beer event following the race at Kent Falls Brewing Co. to kick back, relax, and enjoy flights of the brewery’s latest beer releases. $46.
Hopkins Vineyard. 25 Hopkins Road. Warren CT.
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